Top Austria Wine, Beer & Spirits

Indulge in the flavors of Viennese cuisine on a small-group nightlife tour in Vienna. Together with your guide, you’ll drink and dine at local establishments not found in any guidebook. Enjoy goulash, tafelspitz (boiled beef), a vegetarian plate, or another classic dish at a traditional restaurant. Round-out the meal with a piece of homemade cake. Then, head to two popular bars for Viennese cocktails, aperitifs, and wines.

Descend into a hidden and secret wine bar in the old town of Salzburg for an exclusive guided tasting of typical Austrian wines and regional delicacies. Explore a local wine bar directly in the city center and get in touch with the locals.

Get a taste of the Austrian countryside on a day trip to the Wachau Valley from Vienna. Your guide leads the way through charming villages and scenic landscapes, stopping at UNESCO–listed sites such as the medieval town of Dürnstein. Relax over an authentic lunch at a local wine tavern (own expense) and enjoy tastings at several wineries. Between May and September, the tour includes a Danube River cruise.

Discover the history and flavors of Viennese wine during a short tasting in the city’s deepest cellar. Learn the ins and outs of local production as you sip three glasses of wine accompanied by small Austrian delicacies. The quick but immersive experience is the perfect way to get an overview of regional wine without taking up too much of your precious vacation time.

Tourists often face the challenge of finding authentic culinary experiences amidst the overwhelming array of options in Vienna. This small-group food tour guides you to where authentic Austrian flavors shine. Explore traditional establishments, from savory street food to refined dishes, and immerse yourself in the city’s vibrant food culture. Engage with locals, learn about their culinary customs, and savor handcrafted specialties at each stop. This tour delivers a memorable journey through the aromas that define Austria’s rich food tradition.

Treat yourself to a classical music concert in Vienna’s St. Peter’s Church. One of the city’s baroque beauties, the lavish church is a fitting venue for an evening of music in the heart of the city. Take a seat in the church vaults and immerse yourself in a program of music from renowned classical composers such as Mozart, Vivaldi, Bach, Schubert, and Beethoven.

Delve into the decadent Austrian tradition of sparkling wine on this self-guided audio tour of Vienna’s Schlumberger Cellars. Go at your own pace as you navigate the 300-year-old labyrinth of cellars, dating back to 1842. Purchase exclusive products in the Schlumberger Cellars gift shop, and choose between a glass of Champagne or a five-sample tasting session at the end of your tour.

Elevate your appreciation of Austrian wines in the company of other wine enthusiasts rather than by yourself for a more enriching experience on this evening tasting in Vienna. Meet at restored traditional Viennese building from the Wilhelminian era in Vienna's 2nd district, gain an overview of Austria’s wine history, regions and grapes; and sample six wines alongside tasty cold delicacies. As you sip, hear systematic ways to evaluate each wine from your guide, swap tasting notes and share your thoughts with your like-minded companions.

Explore the vibrant nightlife of Salzburg with an exciting pub crawl around four city hotspots. Hop from pub to pub, enjoying welcome shots, reserved tables, and happy hour deals at each venue. Make new friends, get local insight with your guide, and try Austrian favorites like Märzen beer. Plus, this tour includes the added benefit of skipping lines and free entry to the city's largest club.

Discover the rich heritage of Viennese wine culture with an exclusive tasting in a hidden historical wine cellar in the heart of the city. During this 60-minute, intimate experience, a knowledgeable wine expert will guide you through tasting four fine Viennese wines that harmonize perfectly with delicious Austrian specialties. The unique ambience offers you a fascinating insight into Viennese viticulture and lets you enjoy the flavors of Vienna while immersing yourself in its history. Ideal for wine lovers and curious newbies alike, this experience promises a delightful journey through time and taste.

Explore the idyllic Austrian countryside—and sample locally produced wines along the way—on this two-in-one sightseeing tour from Vienna. Feel energized on a state-of-the-art bike, as you cycle past lush valleys, quaint villages and rolling vineyards. Take a gentle route with regular breaks, enjoy free time to relax by the Danube or climb to a hilltop castle, sit down for lunch (additional expense, and enjoy numerous local wine samples included in the tour.

Explore the highlights of the Vienna Woods without the hassle of coordinating transportation, admissions, and multiple stops on your own. This guided excursion combines the scenic surroundings of Liechtenstein Castle with a visit to the Seegrotte Hinterbrühl, home to one of Europe’s most remarkable underground lakes. Complete the experience with a boat ride and a curated wine tasting, enjoying local insight and seamless logistics.

Explore Austria’s rich wine culture with a premium tasting experience at Wein and Co. Taste six exceptional wines, guided by a certified sommelier, while enjoying a thoughtfully paired multi-course family-style menu. Discover the secrets of local vineyards and indulge in a hidden Raritatenkeller, where rare bottles and rich histories await. This small-group tour ensures a personalized and engaging atmosphere, perfect for wine enthusiasts and curious travelers alike. - Taste six premium Austrian wines with expert insights - Enjoy a multi-course menu paired with the wines - Exclusive access to a hidden cellar showcasing rare wines - Small group setting for an intimate and engaging experience

Roll up your sleeves for an Austrian cooking class in Salzburg, and create two of the country’s beloved desserts: apple strudel and the signature soufflé of Salzburger Nockerl. Under the guidance of a chef, you’ll stretch pastry and mix ingredients as you learn about the food and chat with the rest of the group. As a bonus, a hearty bowl of goulash soup is served before you eat your creations. Numbers are limited to just five people for a small-group cooking experience.

Enjoy a change of scenery and visit the beautiful abbey at Klosterneuburg with this group e-bike tour from Vienna. Ride past major landmarks in the center of Vienna such as the State Opera and Heldenplatz and out along the Danube River to Klosterneuburg outside the city. Take a guided tour of the Klosterneuburg Abbey and finish with a tasting of local wines. Participants must be at least 12 years old and of legal drinking age for the wine tasting.

Most "Sound of Music" fans can picture the film’s iconic settings, but don’t know where to find them in real life. This half-day trip takes you straight to the locations, allowing you to relive your favorite scenes from the musical without advance planning. Visit film sites around Salzburg, hear the need-to-know history of Salzburg’s top attractions, and visit nearby Mondsee to explore.

Skip the tourist food markets in Vienna, and find the Vienna Christkindlemarkt (Christmas markets) where locals go instead. This small-group food tour by foot and public transportation introduces the city’s favorite places for mulled wine, apple strudel, winter punch, and more, discovering Vienna’s 7th and 9th districts—away from the tourist trail—as well as the first district. Even better: Numbers are capped at eight for a more intimate tour.

Few European capitals combine urban life, landscape and wine culture as closely as Vienna. This walk leads through the vineyards above Grinzing and presents the city from a different perspective. From the slopes of the Vienna Woods, wide views open across Vienna – from the historic centre to the Danube and far beyond. Along the way, the tour explains how Vienna developed between river, basin and hills, and why this geographical setting shaped the city’s history. At the same time, Vienna’s wine culture is placed into context, including its role in everyday life: walks through the Vienna Woods and visits to traditional wine taverns remain an important part of local leisure culture to this day. The tour includes a short stop at a traditional Buschenschank. While the tour includes a short stop at a traditional Buschenschank, the focus lies on Vienna’s landscape, history and wine culture rather than on wine tasting. Guests are welcome to order wine or food individually during the stop. Please note: The route includes moderate uphill and downhill walking through vineyard terrain. The tour concludes in Nussdorf with recommendations for the rest of the evening.

At this experience, you will see how a non-commercialized wine tasting is, at a central, real home in Vienna. Joinin Maxime at his home, learning about Viennese Wine along with the stories of the local life in Vienna.

Make romantic memories in Salzburg with a dinner-and-concert experience at Hohensalzburg Fortress. The experience is popular in Salzburg, and tickets book quickly. After securing your preferred date online and in-advance, simply make your way by funicular to the 900-year-old fortress for a dinner of traditional Austrian dishes, and enjoy a recital of Mozart’s famous works, performed by the Mozart Chamber Orchestra of Salzburg. VIP upgrade options are also available.

Journey through the stunning scenery of the Bavarian Alps on this half-day tour of the Eagle’s Nest, Hitler’s former mountain retreat, from Salzburg. Led by an expert guide, pass Hellbrunn Castle and the Konigsee River Valley as you travel to Obersalzburg. After bypassing the crowds with a skip-the-line ticket, soak up incredible views from the top of the mountain. Your tour will conclude with transportation back across the border to Salzburg.

Where else in the world can you taste and learn about wine in a 600-year-old cellar with a professional wine judge and a wine grower? On this tour you will become knowledgeable about the local Austrian varieties and know enough to blindly determine the difference between them, like a professional wine judge. Your host is Darrel Joseph who specialized in the wine sector for more than 30 years as an international wine judge, journalist and lecturer, providing expertise to some of the world’s most important wine competitions and publications. In this specially curated tasting experience, he will guide you through Austria’s key wine regions, grape varieties, and styles - featuring wines from historic family wineries as well as boutique start-ups. Your co-host, Chris Sciacca, is the later. After spending 25 years in the technology industry, Chris exchanged his suit for overalls and started a small, organic winery in 2022. He will share some details on viticulture.

If you want to visit Hallstatt without the hassle of public transportation, opt for this half-day trip from Salzburg instead. Simply relax on the journey through the alpine Salzkammergut region, then enjoy free time in Hallstatt. How you spend it is up to you; stroll past Lake Hallstatt, visit the Bone House (entry extra), or snap photos from viewing platforms. Just note: The Skywalk is closed until summer 2026.